We all loved riding around on bikes as children, the feel of the air in our hair as we pedaled. But have you heard of electric bikes? These cool bikes have a special kind of motor that fits inside the wheel, called a wheel hub motor, that makes it easier to ride faster. Today, we will zoom in on wheel hub motors for e-bikes and explain why they’re amazing!
Wheel hub motors are awesome because they are built right into the wheels of the bike. “No extra bulky parts sticking out, the bike looks sleek and cool.” And because the motor sits right there in the wheel, it can assist you in riding up hills without breaking a sweat. How awesome is that?
It’s almost too easy with a wheel hub motor bike. You just pedal as normal, and the motor engages to assist you as needed. That means you can go faster without struggling as much. It's like you secretly have access to some club of people who have a superpower making biking a breeze!
Hub motors steer away from traditional self-charging mechanics, and use a proprietary magnet and coil setup to create electricity that can power the bike. You pedal and that spins the wheel, which turns the motor, which generates power, which propels you forward. It’s almost magical, but of course it makes sense through science!
Electric bikes, when they have a wheel hub motor, deliver power more smoothly that a bike with mid-drive electric motor. The motor assist allows you to take corners quickly and maintain a steady speed, so you won’t get winded. And you can uphill to your heart’s content with none to very little break in a sweat – how awesome is that?
An electric bike with a wheel hub motor has tons of advantages. It not only makes cycling easier and more fun, but is also better for the environment. And because you’re not burning gas, you’re pitching in to help reduce pollution and keep our planet healthy. Besides, electric bikes are a fun way to exercise.